Grunig Lecture Series

Fifth Annual Grunig Lecture

“Democratization of Data: From Research to Insights to Effective Communication.”

October 23, 2012 – 5 P.M. – 8 P.M.
Stamp Student Union Atrium, Room 1107, The University of Maryland

Jack Martin of Hill + Knowlton Strategies will deliver the fifth annual Grunig Lecture, “Democratization of Data: From Research to Insights to Effective Communication.”  The 2012 Grunig Lecture will be held on October 23, 2012 at The University of Maryland. This is the Institute for Public Relations’ (IPR) premier event for professionals in the Washington D.C. area.

Jack is global executive chairman and chief executive officer of Hill + Knowlton Strategies. Prior to leading the global firm, Jack was founding chairman of Public Strategies, Inc., which was acquired by WPP of London in 2006 and merged with Hill + Knowlton in 2010.

Leading up to the Lecture will be a series of 10 roundtable discussions. Topics range from Missteps and Recovery in the Age of Social Media to Agency vs. Corporate PR – Examining Cultures, Job Roles, Career Paths. A full list of topics is available on the Grunig Lecture Series Agenda page. Jack Martin will speak from 7 P.M. to 8 P.M.

This event is co-hosted by the IPR, the University of Maryland and the Council of Public Relations Firms. The lecture series honors James E. Grunig, Professor Emeritus, and Larissa A. Grunig, Professor Emerita, of the University of Maryland.

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